San Francisco stepped into the weekend under mild, mostly clear skies today, with the downtown station starting around 55°F and sunshine on the way. Light east-northeast breezes are expected to keep things calm, letting inland neighborhoods heat up while the immediate waterfront stays a touch cooler.
Afternoon Heat And Record Watch
After an unusually warm March that reset a string of records around the Bay, this early April warmup is keeping the streak alive and giving a few local stations a shot at new daily highs. The San Francisco Chronicle has been tracking the broader pattern behind the recent heat.
Today And The Weekend
According to the National Weather Service, highs should land near 80°F today and around 78°F tomorrow, with overnight lows holding in the mid 50s. Winds are expected to stay light, roughly 5 to 6 mph, so plans from farmers markets to afternoon runs should feel comfortable across most neighborhoods. No watches or warnings are in effect for the city this weekend.
Next Week: Temperatures Dip, Rain Chance Sneaks In
On Monday, the pattern shifts as onshore flow returns, trimming daytime highs by about 5 to 10 degrees and rebuilding a deeper marine layer that brings back cool, foggy mornings. According to the National Weather Service, a coastal low increases the odds of light rain from Tuesday night into Wednesday, April 7 to 8. Most spots are only expected to pick up a few hundredths of an inch, with the Santa Lucias favored for the highest totals, still below about a half inch. Boaters should watch for updated forecasts in case winds and seas build by midweek.
How To Plan
This is the stretch to finish outdoor projects and soak up the dry, warm weather before cooler air pushes back in. Time any sun-heavy errands for the cooler morning hours or late afternoon if you want to dodge the warmest part of the day.
